What was the total number of Fat Shack outlets in Florida at the start of 2023?
Fat_Shack Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Column 1 | Column 2 | Column 3 | Column 4 | Column 5 | Column 6 | Column 7 | Ceased Operations- Other Reasons | Column 9 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| State | Year | Outlets at | Outlets | Terminations | Non- | Reacquired | Outlets at | |
| Start of the Year | Opened | Renewals | by Franchisor | End of the Year | ||||
| 2022 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 5 | |
| Colorado | 2023 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| 2024 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | |
| 2022 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Florida | 2023 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2022 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Georgia | 2023 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2022 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Illinois | 2023 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2022 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| Kansas | 2023 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 2024 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Missouri | 2023 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2022 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Nevada | 2023 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2022 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Oklahoma | 2023 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2022 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Oregon | 2023 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2022 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Pennsylvania | 2023 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Source: Item 20 — Outlets and Franchisee Information (FDD pages 49–52)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Fat Shack's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, at the start of 2023, there was one Fat Shack outlet in Florida. This information is based on the table that details the status of franchised outlets from 2022 to 2024. The table provides a breakdown of outlets by state, year, and changes in outlet status.
For a prospective franchisee, this indicates the current footprint of Fat Shack in Florida. With only one outlet at the beginning of 2023 and no change by the end of the year, it suggests a limited presence in the state. This could represent both an opportunity and a risk. The limited presence might mean less brand recognition but also less direct competition from other Fat Shack locations.
It's important to note that the table tracks changes in outlet numbers, including openings, terminations, and re acquisitions. The absence of changes in 2023 suggests stability for that particular outlet. However, it does not provide insights into the outlet's financial performance or customer satisfaction. A potential franchisee should investigate the reasons behind the lack of expansion in Florida and assess the market potential before investing.
Prospective franchisees should also consider the projections for new outlets. While this particular table does not include projections, other sections of the FDD might offer insights into Fat Shack's future development plans for Florida. Understanding these plans is crucial for making an informed investment decision.